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Both Sides the Border

CHAPTER 21: Shrewsbury
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From what I know of the old earl, I am sure that he will never forgive Hotspur's death; and although, at present, he is reinstated in his estates, there can be no doubt that the king will strike further blows against the power of the Percys.

Northumberland is a valiant soldier, tenacious in his purposes, and lasting in his hatreds.

Had it not been that he was utterly broken by the news that we brought him, he would assuredly have marched down with his army, and tried to join Glendower and Mortimer; and at least have died fighting, the end that he would best like.

I doubt not that we shall see his banner raised again, ere long." "I hope not, Father.

The undertaking would be desperate." "However that may be, Oswald, as I can no longer render service for the feu, I wish to hand it over to you.


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